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The genetics program at Gallaudet University has
provided genetic evaluation and counseling
services to members of the Deaf community and other
deaf and hard of hearing people for more than 20
years.
Research at the genetics program focuses on
identifying genes that are involved in deafness and
understanding the impact that advances in genetic technology
have on the Deaf and hearing communities.
Education is an important component of the genetics
program. We aim to empower members of the Deaf and
hearing communities through education and awareness.
We also emphasize education for health care
professionals through various continuing education
programs. We are currently offering an
online course in genetics for early hearing
detection and intervention professionals. In the past, we worked to educate future
audiologists through a
summer training program for audiology faculty. |
